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ML08 OEM

2008 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

56,510 mi
Last recorded56,510 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Smart (mcc) City Coupe43,749 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 OEM
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2023 56,510 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (wishbones) (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively Disc showing signs of heat (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Both (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Washers blocked

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Upper mount stop lamp (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2022 49,500 miles

Central Gearbox mounting defective stability mount worn ()

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside headlamp slightly insecure

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 May 2022 49,499 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Central Gearbox mounting defective stability mount worn ()

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside headlamp slightly insecure

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 43,008 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 42,585 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from caliper to master cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Feb 2021 42,585 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexible hose to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from caliper to master cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 41,478 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes have corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Feb 2020 41,478 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes have corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 40,523 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear and front (1.1.11 (c))

surface corrosion on suspension arms and sub frames

Pass 19 Feb 2018 40,042 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 39,676 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 37,127 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 34,627 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 31,975 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 29,313 miles

both wiper blades slightly worn

Pass 24 Feb 2012 23,885 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 18,436 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 18,436 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Coupe?

Based on 282,294 MOT tests across 17,380 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
3,273
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
17,380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 9,153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,215
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,697
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,268
Headlamp aim too low 5,252
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ML08 OEM is a 2008 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 43,749 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Coupe fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 9,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ML08 OEM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Coupe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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ML08 OEM is a 2008 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 18 April 2008.

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